Academic HR Leader for FRIB Research & Faculty

MSU - Michigan State University; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan State University (MSU) FRIB invites a senior HR leader to oversee faculty and academic staff workforce programs and policies, partnering with senior leadership to align workforce capabilities with FRIB’s mission. You will shape governance, compliance, and talent management across the laboratory and university contexts.

Your role includes directing human resources functions, advising on complex employment matters, and guiding organizational change while ensuring equitable, compliant

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of human resources principles and practices in higher education or research settings.
• Experience advising leadership on workforce planning, personnel matters, and employee relations.
• Ability to interpret and administer university and laboratory policies governing academic appointments.

Responsibilities

• Directs the Faculty and Academic Staff Human Resources function for FRIB.
• Advises leadership on workforce planning, personnel matters, and employee relations issues.
• Oversees continuing appointment administration, reappointment and promotion processes.
• Develops and implements policies, procedures, and guidance affecting faculty and academic staff employment.
• Leads supervision and development of HR staff and ensures service standards.

Skills

HR leadership

Academic workforce

Strategic workforce planning

Policy interpretation

Communication with stakeholders

Employee relations

Education

Four-year degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS

Job description

Michigan State University (MSU) FRIB invites a senior HR leader to oversee faculty and academic staff workforce programs and policies, partnering with senior leadership to align workforce capabilities with FRIB’s mission. You will shape governance, compliance, and talent management across the laboratory and university contexts.

Your role includes directing human resources functions, advising on complex employment matters, and guiding organizational change while ensuring equitable, compliant